he/him

I stress confidence in delivery - speeches filled with fluff aren't encouraged, but if you can go at it with as much energy as possible, it will be rewarded. Presenting yourself as knowledgeable and competent is key.

Emphasize analytics and historical background, which makes your speech more grounded and adaptable, in addition to increasing your expertise.

Good phrasing and valuable commentary are vital. I don't just want a rehash - contribute something to the discourse around your topic, give me a fresh angle.

Concise solutions are awesome, but I also understand that some topics are too loose and messy for that - just make your conclusion make sense.

For your own health, please avoid personal AGDs in pretty much everything but oratory.

If you're racist, homophobic, or sexist, you will get a six regardless of the rest of your speech.

This is an incredibly impressive activity, and you should all be super proud. Thank you and good luck!

she/they

i typically won't take off points for stuttering, as it's usually out of the person's control. eye contact is huge for me, if you don't want to look me in the eye, feel free to look at my forehead or above me. overall, please be confident and be sure of yourself! :)